Cigars and Cigarillos in Netherlands, 2015

Cigars and Cigarillos in Netherlands, 2015

SummaryThe Netherlands is one of Europe's most important markets for cigars both in terms of sales and production. Sales of cigars and cigarillos are sizeable compared with countries of a similar population, standing at almost 400 million pieces in 2014. Per capita sales illustrate the importance of cigars and cigarillos within the wider tobacco market with a per capita consumption of more than 20 pieces in 2014.

Key FindingsThe market can be split into three broad segments: cigarillos, senoritas, and other cigars. Cigarillos are by far the largest segment, accounting for around 80% of volumes in 2014, their share up on previous years

In 2009 sales saw a fall due to smoking restrictions, however, the situation was helped in 2012 by purchasing prior to a rise in VAT in October which overcame poor spring weather. Volumes ended the year up by more than 2% at almost 400 million pieces although contracted by slowly high than 1% in 2013 as the impact of pre-tax hike purchases was removed and by another 2% in 2014 to more than 375 million pieces

Imports are dominated by part-finished cigars entering from Belgium although finished cigars from other European countries and from production facilities further afield such as the Dominican Republic are also of note

Cigars and cigarillos are subject to two types of tax - excise duty and value added tax (VAT). Ad valorem excise duty is currently set at a uniform 5% of the retail price

SynopsisCigars & Cigarillos in the Netherlands, is an analytical report by Canadean which provides extensive and highly detailed current and future market trends in the Dutch market.

What else does this report offer?

Market size and structure of the overall and per capita consumption based upon a unique combination of industry research, fieldwork, market sizing analysis and our in-house expertise

Detailed information such as market shares and recent developments of the manufacturers, leading brands along with company profiles

Prospects and forecasts of overall sales and consumption for 2014 to 2024

ReasonsToBuyGet a detailed understanding of consumption to align your sales and marketing efforts with the latest trends in the market

Identify the areas of growth and opportunities, which will aid effective marketing planning

As consumers product demands evolve, the dynamics between different countries also change favoring some countries and leaving others increasingly out of line with demand patterns. As a result, understanding the specific market dynamics of the Dutch marker is key to ensuring maximum future sales